Overview

The Texas Democratic Veterans Caucus (TDV), the official Veterans Caucus of the Texas Democratic Party, invites eligible Democratic candidates to apply for endorsement for the 2026 election cycle.

Our endorsement process is designed to evaluate a candidate’s commitment to veterans, military families, and veteran-centered public policy. Endorsements are reviewed by the TDV Endorsement Committee and voted on by the TDV Executive Committee.

Important Note:
TX Dem Veterans is a Political Action Committee. We do not provide financial contributions or campaign volunteers. Endorsements are publicly announced on our website and within our members-only communications.

Who Is Eligible to Apply

Candidates may apply if they meet at least one of the following criteria:

• A Veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces

• A qualifying family member of a Veteran

• A non-Veteran candidate with a demonstrated public record supporting Veterans’ issues

Eligibility and review standards are governed by TDV Endorsement Committee procedures.

Endorsement Review Process

1. TDV identifies eligible candidates and issues an invitation to apply.

2. Candidate submits an endorsement application.

3. Endorsement Committee conducts background review and scoring.

4. Committee makes recommendations to the TDV Chair.

5. TDV Executive Committee votes.

6. Candidates are notified by email of the final decision.

What to Expect If Endorsed

• Listing on the TX Dem Veterans website.

• Announcement to TDV members.

• Ability for the candidate or campaign page to post once per week in the closed TDV Facebook Group.

Required Materials

• Completed endorsement application

• DD-214 upload (Veterans only – SSN & DOB must be redacted)

• Written responses to policy and campaign questions

CANDIDATE APPLICATION: 

TX Democratic Veterans Caucus Candidate Endorsement Application

Candidate Info

Candidate Information

Candidate’s name as it appears on ballot

Email Address

Democratic Candidate for the Office of

Name of Campaign

Campaign Contact Information (Phone Number)

Campaign Contact Information (Email)

Campaign Website

Campaign Social Media Accounts (Facebook, X, Instagram, etc.)

Education

Formal schooling, training, or academic programs completed by the applicant, including high school, college, graduate studies, trade schools, certifications, or other accredited learning programs.

What is your highest level of education?

Military Service

Service performed as a member of the United States Armed Forces, including Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard components.

Have you served in the Armed Services of the United States?

If yes, please upload your DD-214

Max file size is 268 MB. DD214

Campaign Background

Information regarding the candidate’s current and prior campaign experience, including offices sought, campaign roles, election history, and related political activities.

List organizations in which you have been involved and any leadership roles held

List prior political campaigns you have been involved in and dates

Incumbency Status

Definitions: a. Incumbent: An incumbent is a person who currently holds an elected or appointed public office and is actively serving in that role. b. Non Incumbent: This section applies to candidates who are seeking a office but do not currently hold that office.

Are you an incumbent?

Have you previously served in leadership or governance roles such as boards and commissions (city/county), Democratic Party positions (county chair, precinct chair, or State Democratic Executive Committee), or leadership roles within veterans’ organizations? If so, please describe your roles and length of service.

Veteran Platform

The candidate’s stated policies, priorities, and commitments related to veterans, military families, and service members, including positions on benefits, healthcare, housing, employment, education, and transition support.

Have you read the Texas Democratic Veterans Caucus Platform?

When elected, which Veterans’ issue from the TDV Platform will you focus on and what legislation do you intend to introduce or sponsor?

What other Veterans’ issues will you focus on?

How might TX Democratic Veterans Caucus support you in these efforts?

Website